Search Historic Hotels in Lafayette

The historical sites in Lafayette are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. While you’re visiting, check out the live music and festivals. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.

In Lafayette, you’ll find 259 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 2 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Lafayette is notable for landmarks like Cathedral of St John, Vermilionville Historic Village and Vermilionville. Cultural venues include The Acadiana Center for the Arts, Alexandre Mouton House and Lafayette Art Gallery. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Cajundome and Girard Park.

Guests who book a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Lafayette, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Lafayette, you won’t be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.